2017 TLX V-6 Vs. 2017 Infiniti Q50 3.0T

2017 TLX V-6 vs. 2017 Infiniti Q50 3.0t

Infiniti changed the naming structure for its vehicles in 2013 to align them throughout the expanding global market they are pursuing. The Infiniti Q50 (formerly the G37 sedan) was all new for 2013. It comes with the choice of two direct-injection gasoline engines, a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder and a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6. Also available is a Q50 with Infiniti’s Direct Drive Hybrid System. All powertrains come with a 7-speed automatic transmission and the choice of rear-wheel or all-wheel drive.

The Q50 puts a lot of emphasis on sport luxury, but dynamic testing shows the suspension and chassis are not up to the task. The TLX V-6 offers Precision All-Wheel Steer™ (P-AWS®) on 2-wheel-drive models or Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) that are far superior to what the Q50 has to offer. While similarly equipped, the TLX offers a number of features that the Q50 can’t match. Acura TLX V-6 advantages over Infiniti Q50 3.0t • The TLX V-6 uses a larger-displacement engine that doesn’t require a turbocharger to make power. • The TLX V-6 offers a more sophisticated engine that uses advanced technologies like Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) for improved fuel efficiency. • Standard 9-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters (vs. 7-speed automatic transmission) • The TLX V-6’s available SH-AWD system offers rear-wheel torque vectoring for improved handling. You won’t find torque vectoring on the Q50 Intelligent all-wheel-drive system. • The TLX V-6 2-wheel-drive models come standard with Precision All-Wheel Steer™ (P-AWS®) for improved control. While the Q50 does offer an optional steer-by-wire system, it only operates the front wheels vs. front and rear on the TLX. • Standard 10-way power driver’s seat (vs. 8-way power) • More front and rear hiproom (55.3/54.9 inches vs. 53.2/52.5 inches) • Better EPA fuel economy ratings (vs. 2WD and AWD models)1 • Larger wheels and tires (18-inch vs. 17-inch) • The TLX V-6 comes with a host of standard and available features that you won’t find on the Q50 3.0t: ––Available heated and ventilated front seats ––Available GPS-linked2 climate control when equipped with navigation ––Standard capless fuel fill ––Available Road Departure Mitigation system3 ––Standard Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit ––Available Song By Voice® – Standard Aha™4 compatibility ––Standard Siri®5 Eyes Free • You’ll have to pay extra on the Q50 3.0t to get these standard TLX V-6 features: ––Paddle shifters ––Power moonroof ––Heated front seats ––60/40 folding rear seatbacks

Infiniti Q50 3.0t advantages over Acura TLX V-6 • More horsepower and torque (300 and 400 hp vs. 290 hp) • Available hybrid model • Smaller turning circle diameter – curb-to-curb (36.7 feet vs. 38.8 feet) • Available Blind Spot Intervention • Available Predictive Forward Collision Warning (vs. non-predictive Forward Collision Warning6) • More front headroom (39.5 inches vs. 37.2 inches) • More front legroom (44.5 inches vs. 42.6 inches) • More interior passenger volume (100.0 cu. ft. vs. 93.3 cu. ft.) • Larger fuel capacity (20.0 gallons vs. 17.2 gallons)

DISCLAIMERS 1 Based on 2017 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors. 2 Acura Navigation System and related features available only in the United States, Puerto Rico and parts of Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage. 3 Road Departure Mitigation may not detect all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and road conditions. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions. 4 Compatible smartphone required. All Aha platform feeds are audible, not visual in nature. Vehicle does not provide any feeds. Some state laws prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Launch smartphone applications only when the vehicle is safely parked. Aha is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Inc. Your wireless carrier’s rates may apply. 5 Always remain attentive when driving. Certain functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. Only operate the system when conditions permit you to safely do so. Avoid focusing on the device display or manually operating the system controls while driving. State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. iPhone and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc. 6 FCW cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. FCW does not include a braking function. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.